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Goodwatch · 26 February 2006, 07:31 AM

This is a new chronograph by Dunhill. Turning the bezel retracts the buttons. At 3,250 Pound UK I find the price a bit steep. And I think it's fugly

bhrees · 26 February 2006, 08:16 AM

Great idea, now they need to work on the look

JJ Irani · 26 February 2006, 04:39 PM

For that crazy price, there are much better watches out there!!

C.J. · 26 February 2006, 05:29 PM

I agree with Fransie, that is FUGLY

It seems like there are lots of extras that are destined to break

padi56 · 26 February 2006, 07:38 PM

Thats one ugly watch but will sell because of the Dunhill name. And like this new Hamilton to be unveiled at Basil 2006 bloody awful IMO.And not even original : the Graham swordfish descended that particular road,but more symmetrical.

C.J. · 27 February 2006, 02:22 AM

We've got a full blown ugly pageant going on in this thread

..........................And the winner is

Prince · 27 February 2006, 02:50 AM

Well, you can begin to understand it when you see the team that designed that watch!

Hope that's not a Rolex on Frack's wrist!

JJ Irani · 27 February 2006, 02:56 AM

This one looks pretty similar to that Hamilton. Wonder who designed it?

C.J. · 27 February 2006, 03:24 AM

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Originally Posted by JJ Irani

This one looks pretty similar to that Hamilton. Wonder who designed it?

A chinese guy named "Me Rob Sum Guy" built that one in his basement in Hong Kong

JJ Irani · 27 February 2006, 03:25 AM

LOL!

Funny name for a Chinese fella!!

Rockrolex · 27 February 2006, 04:31 AM

I agree,, it's pretty fugly. It's got potential, but a long way to go between potential and good execution.

rolexchick · 28 February 2006, 01:50 AM

I dont like it.

28 February 2006, 02:56 AM

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Originally Posted by padi56

Thats one ugly watch but will sell because of the Dunhill name. And like this new Hamilton to be unveiled at Basil 2006 bloody awful IMO.And not even original : the Graham swordfish descended that particular road,but more symmetrical.

I have to say that after seeing some Dunhill's this past weekend, I'm not keen on any of them. I also saw this fugly thing in person - I can't fathom who would want to wear such a piece of crap......

JJ Irani · 28 February 2006, 02:58 AM

FUGLY is right!! That last one looks like a bloody hand grenade!!

mailman · 28 February 2006, 07:54 AM

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Originally Posted by JJ Irani

FUGLY is right!! That last one looks like a bloody hand grenade!!

So that's next on your list?

Goodwatch · 28 February 2006, 08:10 AM

What a beauty of a watch!

And, a snip at only $6800!

You get a free sling with it to keep your arm from dropping on the floor

This magnificent piece of work puts any Sub to shame

dman · 28 February 2006, 08:16 AM

Are any of these really worth the money? My gut would say probably not, but I still love 'em.

But I would not pay what they are asking for that watch, it is all about whatever floats your boat though.

Mr. K · 28 February 2006, 07:06 PM

Like the idea of retracting buttons, but could be just another thing to break or go wrong.

I don't like the looks of it, but always appreciate a watch manufactuer that tries something new. I will give them credit there.

dman · 1 March 2006, 08:31 AM

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Originally Posted by Mr. K

I don't like the looks of it, but always appreciate a watch manufactuer that tries something new. I will give them credit there.

Good point Mark.

RobDad · 1 March 2006, 08:50 PM

I saw that same article in a magazine, and was bowled over by its ugliness - but nothing could prepare me for the shock I had when I saw it in the flesh! - Selfridges has a Dunhill concession, and when I was browsing I came across it in a case - and it is truly horrible!

- why would someone spend any cash on it? - oh, and it looked very 'cheap' in terms of finish etc - ugh!

2 March 2006, 11:22 PM

The only watches truly worth their price are 'froogs' to coin a term from another place. i.e. frugal automatics that are priced up to $500. Beyond that, you're overpaying for a luxury time piece/exotic metals, etc.

Consider markup from the manufacturer is more than 50% by the time you fork over your hard earned money. Consider to, a Seiko Monster costs about $150 give or take so it would cost Seiko less than $75 to manufacture, advertise, distribute, etc.

BTW, that Graham is pretty fugly, but I guess someone with serious dexterity problems would find it 'handy'?

Goodwatch · 3 March 2006, 01:35 AM

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Originally Posted by Atomic

The only watches truly worth their price are 'froogs' to coin a term from another place. i.e. frugal automatics that are priced up to $500. Beyond that, you're overpaying for a luxury time piece/exotic metals, etc.

Consider markup from the manufacturer is more than 50% by the time you fork over your hard earned money. Consider to, a Seiko Monster costs about $150 give or take so it would cost Seiko less than $75 to manufacture, advertise, distribute, etc.

BTW, that Graham is pretty fugly, but I guess someone with serious dexterity problems would find it 'handy'?

Excellent post John!

Goes for all luxury intems I guess. Are LV bags really worth the $3000 price tag? This brings another question to mind: would you buy a Seiko automatic COSC watch with same or better specs then say, your Explorer II if it had the same price? Do you buy the label or the item?

3 March 2006, 01:48 AM

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Originally Posted by Goodwatch

Excellent post John!

Goed for all luxury intems I guess. Are LV bags really worth the $3000 price tag? This brings another question to mind: would you buy a Seiko automatic COSC watch with same or better specs then say, your Explorer II if it had the same price? Do you buy the label or the item?

Frans, interesting you ask that. I posted a pic of a Grand Seiko that was basically an hommage to the Rolex Explorer II. It is a beautiful watch and Grand Seikos are held to specs far more rigorous than COSC, so in theory it should be more accurate than the Rolex.

Since I have an ExpII, I wouldn't want that Seiko now. But if I was looking for a dual timezone watch, it would come down to price for me. If the Seiko was less $$, I'd absolutely buy the Grand Seiko, particularly because they aren't available in North America and it's the ultimate WIS stealth watch. Only a true WIS would appreciate a Grand Seiko. Seiko is also a fully in-house manufacturer and I would also guess because they're more 'rare' a GS would hold it's value better than a Rolex.

3 March 2006, 01:50 AM

BTW, notice a post directly to you Frans, with no clog bashing.

Goodwatch · 3 March 2006, 02:03 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Atomic

BTW, notice a post directly to you Frans, with no clog bashing.

I know, we're loosing it

Weak and soft

I actually have a set of photos of a GS. Beautiful workmanship indeed. But the question was: "if equal in price". I even doubt if the Seiko would hold it's value a strong as the Rolex. WIS or not, 99,99% of the punters wouldn't shell out 4 to 5 grand for a (handwound?) watch, let alone a Seiko.

3 March 2006, 02:16 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Goodwatch

I know, we're loosing it

Weak and soft

I actually have a set of photos of a GS. Beautiful workmanship indeed. But the question was: "if equal in price". I even doubt if the Seiko would hold it's value a strong as the Rolex. WIS or not, 99,99% of the punters wouldn't shell out 4 to 5 grand for a (handwound?) watch, let alone a Seiko.

I did say I'd take the Seiko if it was less money. For same or more, I'd take the Rolex. Lots of people say lots of things about Rolex and the people who wear them, but truth be told, if I ever needed quick cash, a Rolex will sell faster than a WIS-specific watch. But if talking long term value when you have the time to find the right buyer, i still stay a GS would retain it's value better. Of course, potential buyers would mostly be in Japan too, where GSs are likely as plentiful as Rolex are in North America. Tough call, really.

Goodwatch · 3 March 2006, 02:51 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Atomic

I did say I'd take the Seiko if it was less money. For same or more, I'd take the Rolex. Lots of people say lots of things about Rolex and the people who wear them, but truth be told, if I ever needed quick cash, a Rolex will sell faster than a WIS-specific watch. But if talking long term value when you have the time to find the right buyer, i still stay a GS would retain it's value better. Of course, potential buyers would mostly be in Japan too, where GSs are likely as plentiful as Rolex are in North America. Tough call, really.

We both got the 'serious flu' now

3 March 2006, 07:18 AM

Well, it's a non-issue for me cuz I have no access to GS's and I'm not paying the insane import duties to customs to get one via the net.

Goodwatch · 3 March 2006, 07:23 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Atomic

Well, it's a non-issue for me cuz I have no access to GS's and I'm not paying the insane import duties to customs to get one via the net.

Mmmm, easy ecape

You're a Rolex man after all

4 March 2006, 02:35 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Goodwatch

Mmmm, easy ecape

You're a Rolex man after all

Since I have one, and I quite like it, in a way yes. But beyond the one Rolex I have, the only other one I'd ever realistically want is a rolesium YM. Otherwise, I have no desire to acquire another Rolex.

Too many other interesting brands to discover and enjoy. Rolex is great for what it is, but it ain't the be-all and end-all in my books.

And amazingly, this forum stands out as a shining example to all Rolex forums to be more 'panerai-like' in brotherhood and disposition.

26 February 2006, 07:31 AM	#1
Goodwatch "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2005 Real Name: Frans ® Location: Rotterdam Watch: the sunrise... Posts: 10,230	Worth the money? (Large pic) This is a new chronograph by Dunhill. Turning the bezel retracts the buttons. At 3,250 Pound UK I find the price a bit steep. And I think it's fugly __________________ Member# 127

26 February 2006, 08:16 AM	#2
bhrees "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2006 Real Name: Brian Location: Cleveland Ohio Watch: SS/WG DJ jubilee Posts: 131	Great idea, now they need to work on the look __________________ Regards Brian

26 February 2006, 04:39 PM	#3
JJ Irani Fondly Remembered Join Date: May 2005 Real Name: JJ Location: Auckland, NZ Watch: ALL SOLD!! Posts: 74,319	For that crazy price, there are much better watches out there!! __________________ Words fail me in expressing my utmost thanks to ALL of you for this wonderful support during my hour of need!! I firmly believe that my time on planet earth is NOT yet up!! I shall fight this to the very end.......and WIN!! Last edited by JJ Irani; 26 February 2006 at 04:39 PM..

26 February 2006, 05:29 PM	#4
C.J. "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: * Posts: 10,196	I agree with Fransie, that is FUGLY It seems like there are lots of extras that are destined to break __________________ Me? I'm still looking for Kokomo. I just hope that damn golfer isn't there

26 February 2006, 07:38 PM	#5
padi56 "TRF" Life Patron Join Date: Jun 2005 Real Name: Peter Location: Llanfairpwllgwyng Watch: ing you. Posts: 53,060	Thats one ugly watch but will sell because of the Dunhill name. And like this new Hamilton to be unveiled at Basil 2006 bloody awful IMO.And not even original : the Graham swordfish descended that particular road,but more symmetrical. __________________ ICom Pro3 All posts are my own opinion and my opinion only. "The clock of life is wound but once, and no man has the power to tell just when the hands will stop. Now is the only time you actually own the time, Place no faith in time, for the clock may soon be still for ever." Good Judgement comes from experience,experience comes from Bad Judgement,.Buy quality, cry once; buy cheap, cry again and again. www.mc0yad.club Second in command CEO and left handed watch winder

27 February 2006, 02:22 AM	#6
C.J. "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: * Posts: 10,196	We've got a full blown ugly pageant going on in this thread ..........................And the winner is __________________ Me? I'm still looking for Kokomo. I just hope that damn golfer isn't there

27 February 2006, 02:50 AM	#7
Prince "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2006 Real Name: Allan Location: St. Augustine, FL Watch: Daytona/Sub/GMT/DJ Posts: 20,323	Well, you can begin to understand it when you see the team that designed that watch! Hope that's not a Rolex on Frack's wrist! __________________ Member: Rolex Keeper's Society "You see, you can't please everyone, so you got to please yourself." - Rick Nelson Last edited by Prince; 27 February 2006 at 02:51 AM..

27 February 2006, 02:56 AM	#8
JJ Irani Fondly Remembered Join Date: May 2005 Real Name: JJ Location: Auckland, NZ Watch: ALL SOLD!! Posts: 74,319	This one looks pretty similar to that Hamilton. Wonder who designed it? __________________ Words fail me in expressing my utmost thanks to ALL of you for this wonderful support during my hour of need!! I firmly believe that my time on planet earth is NOT yet up!! I shall fight this to the very end.......and WIN!!

27 February 2006, 03:25 AM	#10
JJ Irani Fondly Remembered Join Date: May 2005 Real Name: JJ Location: Auckland, NZ Watch: ALL SOLD!! Posts: 74,319	LOL! Funny name for a Chinese fella!! __________________ Words fail me in expressing my utmost thanks to ALL of you for this wonderful support during my hour of need!! I firmly believe that my time on planet earth is NOT yet up!! I shall fight this to the very end.......and WIN!!

27 February 2006, 04:31 AM	#11
Rockrolex TRF Moderator & 2024 SubLV41 Patron Join Date: May 2005 Real Name: God Location: Washington, D.C. Watch: What do you think? Posts: 37,966	I agree,, it's pretty fugly. It's got potential, but a long way to go between potential and good execution. __________________ Despite the high cost of living, it's still very popular. *Tosser Cabinet Member* Official Member: 'Perpetual 30' Vegas International GTG 2016 Official Member "WIS-CON" Las Vegas International GTG 2017 Official Member "WIS-CON" Las Vegas International GTG 2018 Official Member "WIS-CON" Las Vegas International GTG 2019

28 February 2006, 01:50 AM	#12
rolexchick Member Join Date: Oct 2005 Real Name: Catie Location: new york Posts: 336	I dont like it.

28 February 2006, 02:58 AM	#14
JJ Irani Fondly Remembered Join Date: May 2005 Real Name: JJ Location: Auckland, NZ Watch: ALL SOLD!! Posts: 74,319	FUGLY is right!! That last one looks like a bloody hand grenade!! __________________ Words fail me in expressing my utmost thanks to ALL of you for this wonderful support during my hour of need!! I firmly believe that my time on planet earth is NOT yet up!! I shall fight this to the very end.......and WIN!!

28 February 2006, 08:10 AM	#16
Goodwatch "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2005 Real Name: Frans ® Location: Rotterdam Watch: the sunrise... Posts: 10,230	What a beauty of a watch! And, a snip at only $6800! You get a free sling with it to keep your arm from dropping on the floor This magnificent piece of work puts any Sub to shame __________________ Member# 127

28 February 2006, 08:16 AM	#17
dman Lifetime TRF Patron Join Date: May 2005 Real Name: Daren Location: Austin Watch: the road Posts: 13,585	Are any of these really worth the money? My gut would say probably not, but I still love 'em. But I would not pay what they are asking for that watch, it is all about whatever floats your boat though. __________________ You either get it or you don't, if you have to ask, YOU DON'T!! I really hope that midget cop doesn't find me in Kokomo.

28 February 2006, 07:06 PM	#18
Mr. K "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2005 Real Name: Mark Location: Seattle-ish Posts: 6,078	Like the idea of retracting buttons, but could be just another thing to break or go wrong. I don't like the looks of it, but always appreciate a watch manufactuer that tries something new. I will give them credit there.

1 March 2006, 08:50 PM	#20
RobDad Member Join Date: Feb 2006 Real Name: Rob Dadd Location: London Posts: 134	I saw that same article in a magazine, and was bowled over by its ugliness - but nothing could prepare me for the shock I had when I saw it in the flesh! - Selfridges has a Dunhill concession, and when I was browsing I came across it in a case - and it is truly horrible! - why would someone spend any cash on it? - oh, and it looked very 'cheap' in terms of finish etc - ugh!

2 March 2006, 11:22 PM	#21
Atomic Guest Posts: n/a	The only watches truly worth their price are 'froogs' to coin a term from another place. i.e. frugal automatics that are priced up to $500. Beyond that, you're overpaying for a luxury time piece/exotic metals, etc. Consider markup from the manufacturer is more than 50% by the time you fork over your hard earned money. Consider to, a Seiko Monster costs about $150 give or take so it would cost Seiko less than $75 to manufacture, advertise, distribute, etc. BTW, that Graham is pretty fugly, but I guess someone with serious dexterity problems would find it 'handy'?

3 March 2006, 01:50 AM	#24
Atomic Guest Posts: n/a	BTW, notice a post directly to you Frans, with no clog bashing.

3 March 2006, 07:18 AM	#28
Atomic Guest Posts: n/a	Well, it's a non-issue for me cuz I have no access to GS's and I'm not paying the insane import duties to customs to get one via the net.

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